Assistant Controller

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Rowan Digital Infrastructure is redefining how data centers are delivered—faster, smarter, and at scale. We partner with hyperscale customers to provide tailored, high-performance infrastructure with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and flexibility.

Our experienced, end-to-end team delivers custom solutions across a growing portfolio of strategic sites in key markets across the United States. Backed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, Rowan is committed to enabling the next of digital infrastructure—and building a more sustainable future in the process.

Ready to help transform how the world’s most important technologies are powered? Join us.

Role Summary

As an Assistant Controller with Rowan, you will be responsible for preparing timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports, including the interpretation and application of GAAP, accounting operations management, process development and documentation, and accounting system implementation projects. The ideal candidate will have solid knowledge of financial reporting as well as the transactional functions within accounting.

Travel: Ability to travel up to (10%) for company gatherings.

Location: Denver, CO (hybrid 3 days in-office role)

Compensation: $150-$185K (Offers Bonus)

Essential Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports in a timely manner, ensuring full compliance with GAAP and internal policies

• Lead and manage the monthly close process, including income statement fluctuations, balance sheet reconciliations, consolidations, and intercompany transactions

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules for investors

• Maintain the chart of accounts and accounting calendar

• Lead the research, documentation, and accounting for complex transactions, including revenue recognition, leasing, debt, and equity financing, etc

• Responsible for working with our external accounting group for transactional and operational accounting

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Analyze results, identify budget variances and key drivers, and provide insights to support business decisions

• Conduct ad hoc financial and operational analyses and reporting to support management decision-making and strategic initiatives

Process Development & Systems Implementation

• Be a key partner in ERP strategic direction discussions and prioritize system enhancements

• Support, maintain, design, develop, and troubleshoot systems and processes to improve the efficiency, timeliness, and accuracy of financial reporting and accounting operations

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Document, monitor, and implement improvements to internal controls

• Lead the annual financial audits, including preparation of all requested information and liaison with audit teams

• Oversee project loan compliance and banking

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Coach, train, mentor, and supervise staff, both internal and external fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment

• Work across departments (engineering, construction, energy, water, economic development, legal) to support both presenting actual results and ensuring transactions are captured accurately

• Partner with outsourced accounting teams and third-party firms responsible for operational & transactional accounting

Strategic Initiatives

• Lead research, documentation, and accounting for complex transactions (revenue recognition, leasing, debt/equity financing)

• Be a key contributor to the implementation of ERP system

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with active license

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including leadership roles; experience in large-scale infrastructure, construction, real estate, or energy is a plus

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience applying US GAAP to complex transactions

• Experience with private equity, capital projects, and fundraising events

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel

• Experience implementing new accounting processes and project management software (Procore is a plus)

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by the teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.

Here to support you

At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best.

• Hybrid working environment

• Team building and educational opportunities

• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution

• Unlimited PTO

• Competitive compensation and bonus plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rowan Digital is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on , , , , , , , , , or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Compensation Range: $150K - $185K